Climber Deceased On Crestone Peak

[axbauer Profile 14er Peak List Not Entered]

Hello

My name is Taylor Gray and I am the wife of Chris Gray (ChrisFol) - an avid member of this site and a lover of all outdoor activities Colorado has to offer.

I am writing to inform you that he was the climber found 8/29 at Crestone Peak, after falling to his death.

I want to express my deepest graditude to those who were hiking with Chris, because you were sharing his most wonderful moments. Also, to those 24 beautiful souls who searched and brought him back - even stayed with his body over night - I am so thankful for you.

Again, to those individuals with Chris at the time (or anyone else) who would like to get a hold of me please call me 720-428-9990 -

In this time of grief I ask that the next time you ascend a peak, please do so safely and in memory of those whose attempts have failed.

I will let this community know about the services, so those who want to attend can.

It will be at a base of a 14er, outside, with plenty of beer.....the only way Chris would have wanted it.
Details to follow.

May we all heal.

[Brian C Profile Website 14er Peak List (45) 14ers in Winter (5)13er Peak List (19)Trip Reports]

Very sorry for your loss. RIP Chris.

[forbins_mtn Profile 14er Peak List (16) 14ers in Winter (2)13er Peak List (7)Trip Reports]

I'm so sorry, Taylor. I can tell he was a great guy. A few of our climbs got cancelled due to me getting sick in January. Let me know if there is anything I can do. RIP Chris. He'll forever be with all of us on the mountains

[Doctor No Profile 14er Peak List (30) 14ers in Winter (1)13er Peak List (2)Trip Reports]

Taylor (and family and friends), I'm so sorry for your loss.

[evepin Profile 14er Peak List Not Entered]

Taylor, deepest condolences - the mountains have taken many lives, but still draw many to explore their mysteries. As lovers of the Colorado high country, as your husband was, we are all together as family, and share your grief. Wishing you the very best, and may you alway cherish the warmest memories of your husband.

[I Man Profile Website 14er Peak List (47) 14ers in Winter (38)13er Peak List (50)Trip Reports]

I simply cannot believe this.

I shared a day in the mountains, a very memorable one, with Chris in December of 2011. He was a good guy, and had a passion for the mountains.

This is a very sad week for Colorado climbers.

RIP Chris

[rking007 Profile 14er Peak List (11) 14ers in Winter (1)13er Peak List (10)Trip Reports]

We are so sorry for your loss Taylor. Thank you for coming on here and letting us know. I know for me, at least, I just get crushed when I hear news like this. We have lost another member of the community and we all grieve for it. Please do let us know if you need anything.

[MountainHiker Profile Website 14er Peak List (58) 14ers in Winter (2)13er Peak List (92)Trip Reports]

Taylor, I’m sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family and friends.

[jasayrevt Profile 14er Peak List Not Entered]

Taylor,

I am so sorry. We lined up a trip this winter and met Chris at the T-Rex lot. He did not end up coming but he still went out of his way to get a good friend to the T-Rex lot. Because he had said he would. He also kindly held some gear for us until I could come by. We had good conversation when I came by and he seemed like an amazing guy. I will always remember him for those kind gestures.

Sincere condolences to you. May Chris rest in peace.

[mtnklutz Profile 14er Peak List (58) 13er Peak List (5)]

So very sorry to hear this. Taylor, you have my deepest sympathies.

[dcbates80911 Profile Website 14er Peak List (31) 14ers in Winter (1)13er Peak List (7)Trip Reports]

I am sorry for your loss. May you find peace in this difficult time.

[alpspitze Profile 14er Peak List (38) 13er Peak List (1)]

I'm very sorry for your loss Taylor. I wish I could attend the service. May Chris rest in peace.